Feature Description

Breed Ross 308 Broiler

Purpose Commercial broiler meat production

Hatchability

High hatchability rate; typically around 77% to 93%

Egg Size
Medium to large; dependent on breeder age


Embryonic Mortality
Increases with prolonged egg storage beyond 10 days

Flock Age
Hatchability and egg characteristics improve with breeder age (e.g., at 45 weeks)


Ross 308 broiler eggs are widely used in commercial poultry production due to their ability to produce fast-growing broilers with high meat yield. They are renowned for their consistent fertility and strong broiler performance.
Hatchability and Egg Size
Ross 308 fertile broiler eggs exhibit a high hatchability rate, ranging between 77% to 93% depending on the age of the flock and storage conditions. The size of the eggs is usually medium to large, which can be affected by the age of the breeder flock.
Impact of Egg Storage
Egg storage duration plays a significant role in hatchability. Prolonged storage (over 10 days) results in reduced hatchability and increased embryonic mortality. Proper storage and handling are crucial to maintain the quality of fertile eggs.
Age of Flock
Hatchability and egg size improve as breeder flocks age, with peak performance seen around 45 weeks. However, the hatchability declines as flocks reach the later stages of production.